2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 288 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJR | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XJR | GTI |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |